Easier way to run cytool

[SeanDeHarris]

Hello XDR experts, 

We got 300+ linux servers need to run cytool command with the password. 

is it possible to write a shell/python script with the password to do so?

thanks a million 

SDG

[aspatil · Accepted solution]

Hello @SeanDeHarris ,

Yes, it is absolutely possible to write a shell or Python script to run the cytool command with the password across 300+ Linux servers — but with important caveats regarding security, authentication, and remote execution.

Important Considerations Before Proceeding

1. cytool requires root privileges — ensure the user running the script has sudo access.

2. Storing plaintext passwords in scripts is a security risk — if unavoidable, restrict file permissions (chmod 700) and use a secure method (e.g., encrypted vault or runtime input).

3. For remote execution, use SSH with keys, not passwords.

Or use Ansibe.

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